I think we have all learned the limitations of major full-scale occupations and full-scale ground wars in place like this.
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Smith reflects on the ineffectiveness of large military occupations.
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Mr. Speaker, I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 217, noes 199, not voting 15, as follows: [Roll No. 279]…
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Mr. Chair, I rise to claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Fulcher). The gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes.





